Wealthier New Zealanders are more likely to buy fluoride-free toothpaste, making a tooth decay 'epidemic' worse
Shutterstocl/Hryshchyshen SerhiiTooth decay has been described as a neglected epidemic in New Zealand however, our recent research suggests many people are unaware they are contributing to the problem by choosing a fluoride-free or “natural” toothpaste.
The 2016 Global Burden of Disease Study shows dental decay is the most prevalent...




